Siriraj Faculty Abroad in ACR Convergence 2022

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During November 12th – 14th, 2022, Lect. Dr. Maynart Sukharomana of the Division of Rheumatology, Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended and delivered a research poster presentation on the topic “The Structured Curriculum Development Significantly Increased the Pediatric Residents’ Competency and Confidence During a 4-week Pediatric Rheumatology Rotation” at the “American College of Rheumatology (ACR) Convergence 2022” in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. This research will help contribute to the improvement of pediatric rheumatology education in Thailand and in the global community. The abstract has been published in the ACR Convergence 2022 Abstract Supplement of Arthritis & Rheumatology: Vol 74, No S9, and the ACR website.

Founded in 1934, the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) is a non-profit, professional association committed to advancing the specialty of rheumatology. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, this medical society serves over 7,700 physicians, health professionals, and scientists worldwide who work in the medical subspecialty of rheumatology. ACR Convergence 2022 is the world’s premier rheumatology experience, held on November 10th – 14th, 2022 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. ACR Convergence 2022 will be hosted in person with opportunities to view content virtually and on demand.

University of Glasgow UK Visits Siriraj

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On November 14th, 2022, Prof. Dr. Prasit Watanapa, the former Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, along with Prof. Thawatchai Akaraviputh, the Deputy Dean and Director of Siriraj Medical School, Prof. Kulkanya Chokephaibulkit, the former Director of Siriraj Institute of Clinical Research (SiCRES), Prof. Pa-thai Yenchitsomanus, Assoc. Prof. Peti Thuwajit, Assistant Dean for Postgraduate Education, Prof. Chanitra Thuwajit, Assistant Dean for Research and Innovation, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Suwattanee Kooptiwut, Assistant Dean for Postgraduate Education, Assoc. Prof. Oranee Sanmaneecha, Deputy Manager of Siriraj Center of Research Excellence Management Unit (SiCORE-M), Assoc. Prof. Yongchai Nilanont, Director of Siriraj Stroke Center, and Assoc. Prof. Dittapong Songsaeng of the Department of Radiology greeted and welcomed Prof. Matthew Walters, Head of Schools (Medicine, Dentistry, and Nursing) and Professor of Clinical Pharmacology, the College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences, University of Glasgow, UK, on his visits at Siriraj Stroke Center, Department of Radiology, and Siriraj Institute of Clinical Research.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad in AACA2022

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During November 10th – 13th, 2022, Lecturer Dr. Pattrapun Wongsripuemtet of the Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended the international conference “Asian Australasian Congress of Anaesthesiologists (AACA) 2022” in Seoul, Republic of Korea, and delivered a poster presentation on the topic “Prevalence of Residual Significant Tricuspid Valve Regurgitation in Patient Undergoing Left-sided Cardiac Surgery: A Retrospective Study.”

The AACA (Asian Australasian Congress of Anaesthesiologists) is the biggest four-year-round event of AARS, the Asia Australasian regional section of WFSA. This year, 25 member societies of AARS from 33 countries will join AACA2022 in Seoul, Korea in conjunction with the annual meeting of The Korean Society of Anesthesiologists and The Korean Pain Society. AACA2022 will become a showcase to share the latest information about Anaesthesia, Intensive Care, and Perioperative Medicine as well as Pain Management.

iriraj Faculty Abroad in AACA2022!

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On November 10th – 13th, 2022, Assoc. Prof. Annop Piriyapatsom of the Department of Anesthesiology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended the international conference “Asian Australasian Congress of Anaesthesiologists (AACA) 2022” in Seoul, Republic of Korea, and delivered an oral research presentation on the topic “Effectiveness of non-pharmacological intervention protocol for prevention of postoperative delirium in the surgical intensive care unit.”

AACA (Asian Australasian Congress of Anaesthesiologists) is the biggest four-year-round event of AARS, the Asia Australasian regional section of WFSA. This year, 25 member societies of AARS from 33 countries will join AACA2022 in Seoul, Korea in conjunction with the annual meeting of The Korean Society of Anesthesiologists and The Korean Pain Society. AACA2022 will become a showcase to share the latest information about Anaesthesia, Intensive Care, and Perioperative Medicine, as well as Pain Management.

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at the “2nd National Congress of Indonesian Orthopaedic Association 2022.”

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During November 9th – 12th, 2022, Prof. Aasis Unnanuntana, Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery from the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended the “22nd National Congress of Indonesian Orthopaedic Association 2022″ in Jakarta, Republic of Indonesia, as a guest speaker on the topic “Clinical Application of RANK-Ligand Inhibition in Osteoporosis: Denosumab” and “A comprehensive Treatment of Elderly Hip Fracture.”

Siriraj International Visiting Scholars at the Center of Applied Thai Traditional Medicine

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Assoc. Prof. Prapat Wanitpongpan, the Deputy Dean for Corporate Communications and International Relations, and Assoc. Prof. Pravit Akarasereenont, the Director of the Center of Applied Thai Traditional Medicine, welcomed Prof. Dr. Yeon Seok Kang from the College of Korean Medicine, Wongwan University, The Republic of Korea, and Prof. Michael Heinrich from the School of Pharmacy, University College London, UK, to serve as the visiting scholars at the Center of Applied Thai Traditional Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, during November 4th – 11th, 2022 (Prof. Dr. Yeon Seok), and November 7th – 11th, 2022 (Prof. Michael Heinrich).

Siriraj Faculty Abroad at PST2022 in Chiang Mai

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During November 9th – 11th, 2022, Ms. Suyanee Thongchot, Ph.D., a researcher from the Department of Immunology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, attended the “17th International Symposium of the Protein Society of Thailand (PST2022)” in Chiang Mai, Thailand, and delivered an oral presentation on the topic “The induction of nucleolin-specific T cells against triple-negative breast cancer by immunogenic nucleolin short peptides” which is later has been awarded as the Outstanding Oral Presentation Award!

The International Symposium of the Protein Society of Thailand is a major event that offers opportunities to meet the people in the protein society of Thailand. The conference covers a wide range of biomedical research, such as Proteomics, Pharmacology, Immunology, Food and agriculture, and Bioinformatics, which will strengthen all participants’ personal and professional networks while attending this symposium.

“the 41st International Temporal Bone Surgical Dissection Course” Workshop

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On November 7th – 10th, 2022, the Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, hosted a 3-day workshop “the 41st International Temporal Bone Surgical Dissection Course”. This course has 2 world-renowned neurotologists as guest faculties: Dr. Carol A. Bauer from HSHS St. John’s Hospital, USA, and Dr. Herman A. Jenkins, from the University of Colorado, USA.

Siriraj attended the “12th Singapore Sleep, Allergy & Rhinology Conference (SARC)”

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On November 10th, 2022, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pongsakorn Tantilipikorn, Director of Siriraj’s Center of Research Excellence in Allergy & Immunology, and Assistant President for Research & Academic Affairs, Mahidol University, attended the “12th Singapore Sleep, Allergy & Rhinology Conference (SARC)” and delivered a special lecture on the topic “Allergen Immunotherapy: Current Evidence and Future Direction” at the Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel, Singapore.

ASEAN Medical Schools Network’s Global Classroom Webinar Series: “The 2nd Global Classroom Initiative: Ischemic Heart Diseases”

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On November 10th, 2022, the ASEAN Medical Schools Network, arranged “The 2nd Global Classroom Initiative: Ischemic Heart Diseases” with special guest speakers from partnering medical schools as follows:

Dr. Anwar Santoso from the Department of Cardiology, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Indonesia, Indonesia, on the topic “Etiology & Pathophysiology.”

Dr. Jose Donato Magno from the College of Medicine, University of the Philippines, Manila, Philippines, on the topic “Clinical Presentation & Diagnosis.”

Dr. Siska Suridanda Danny from the Department of Cardiology, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Indonesia, Indonesia, on the topic “Medical Treatment.”

Prof. Wiwun Tungsubutra from the Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, on the topic “Interventional Treatment.”

Dr. Prin Vatheesathokkij from the Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, on the topic “Prevention.”